Alternative Medicine In The Management of Oral Mucosal Lesions- A Review
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 17, Issue 2
Abstract
The term Alternative Medicine is used to denote a form of medicine that falls outside the main stream of western medicine. These kinds of medicines exist in all cultures to some degrees and terms such as traditional medicines, indigenous medicines, holistic medicines, folk medicines and oriental medicines are used. These medicines when used in dentistry, the term holistic dentistry is used. Alternative medicines or therapy encompasses a variety of disciplines including acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, guided imagery, yoga, biofeedback, hypnosis, aromatherapy, herbal remedies, relaxation, massage etc. There is common patient belief that these therapies are safe to use. However, there is lack of sufficient scientifically proved data regarding their safety and proven to be effective for a specific condition. The emphasis with most alternative therapies is based upon the natural healing capability of the body. This article emphasis the use of various alternative therapies, their advantages, mechanism of actions, side effects and implications in dentistry.
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Pankaj Gupta1, Kanaparthi Alekhya2
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